Our Mission:
Fox Valley United Way is committed to ensuring that all families in our communities have equitable access to opportunities and resources supporting positive health, education, and financial outcomes.
We mobilize the collective power of community resources to advance lasting solutions and measurable change for the most urgent issues.
We partner with local organizations to build a strong and vibrant community.
We invest in essential programs that support school readiness, promote healthy families, and foster positive financial outcomes.
Our Core Values:
We value the experiences, cultures, voices, and intellect of our diverse stakeholders. We bring equity to the forefront of our work. We hold forth the core values of Collaboration, Integrity, Accountability, Compassion, and Innovation.
Our Communities:
Fox Valley United Way service area Central to Southern Kane County and Kendall County Illinois including: Aurora, Big Rock, Bristol, Campton Hills, Elburn, Geneva, Hinckley, Kaneville, LaFox, Little Rock, Maple Park, Millbrook, Montgomery, Mooseheart, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Plattville, St. Charles, Sandwich, Sugar Grove, Wasco, and Yorkville.
Our Impact:
We invest in programs that support school readiness, healthy families, and positive financial outcomes for families residing in Kane and Kendall Counties.
We recruit donors, volunteers, and advocates who share our passion for making a difference.
We encourage businesses to give their employees an opportunity to contribute financially to social services agencies that support our community through a Workplace Giving Campaign.
We accept direct donations from local, regional, and national businesses supporting positive change in local communities.
We enable individuals and groups to make cash and non-cash donations through our secure online donation platform. Providing community members with the opportunity to assist their neighbors in need and contribute to positive growth in the community where they live and work.
We forge unique partnerships to address the identified needs in our community and support impactful community initiatives.
Kane 2-1-1 - the number you call when you need answers in times of crisis or everyday necessities.
SPARK Early Childhood Collaboration - Our partnership with area school districts and local social service agencies aims to ensure that all children receive quality preschool education. We provide Parents with access to local resources and opportunities to help them lay the foundation for their child's future success in school and beyond.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library mails children enrolled in the program a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book each month from birth to age five.
Grantmaking to Partner Agencies - We provide financial support and partner with local social service agencies to advance a shared agenda. These Partner Agencies provide direct services and resources to our neighbors in need.
SingleCare Prescription Drug Card - Our prescription savings card helps community members access affordable prescription medications, ensuring greater health and financial stability.
Our Opportunity Statement:
United Way Worldwide believes that everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. Fox Valley United Way stands behind this commitment by ensuring that the communities we serve in Kane and Kendall Counties, IL, are places where all individuals have equitable access to the support and resources needed to be safe, healthy, and have the opportunity to succeed and contribute to the positive growth of their community.